What to expect from a financial advisor

As a student you only need to worry about seeking out the assistance of a financial advisor in your final year. Because, this is the time you need to concern yourself with paying back your

Best places to put your money

Managing money is one of the most important aspects of adulthood. Without it, we of course could not survive, needing to pay bills, food and so on. The issue is no one wants to live

Want to move mid-year? Know your rights…

June is the month that South Africans celebrate the rights of the youth, which extend far beyond the basic right of access to education. With many students living away from home in rented accommodation, it’s

How to split bills with friends in South Africa

After skipping the starters and saying no to the chef’s special, the bill comes and without any hesitation, the person receiving the bill says, “Shall we just split the bill then?” Splitting bills simply tends

Every young person can learn about finance

Hard work, unfortunately, isn’t enough to make it in the world. As has been noted, being technically proficient isn’t enough to make it these days. To succeed in your career is one thing, but ultimately

3 tips for first-time renters

Getting your own place is exciting. Whether you’re coming from years at varsity res or you were previously living with your parents, it’s a great feeling. You spent ages searching for the perfect digs and

The two best career paths for finance students

Since the last financial crisis, in 2008, many of us have realised the importance of finance. While the market is not perfectly predictable, that doesn’t mean we can’t make informed choices about it. Finance careers